Betrekken
Example: Het is belangrijk om iedereen bij het project te betrekken.
Definition
"Betrekken" means to include or involve someone or something in an activity, situation, or context. For example, in the phrase 'Het is belangrijk om iedereen bij het project te betrekken,' it means it is important to involve everyone in the project, ensuring their participation or consideration.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "betrekken" originates from the prefix 'be-' combined with 'trekken,' meaning 'to pull' or 'draw.' Historically, it suggested the act of drawing someone into something. Did you know? The sense of involvement or inclusion developed over time, reflecting the idea of pulling others into a shared activity or context.
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"Betrekken" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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